Travis Hoffman 6/10/25 Travis Hoffman 6/10/25

Professor Mike Terry

On this episode we talk to one of the most beloved local educators, Professor Mike Terry. Sit back and get to know this John Wood Community College icon.

Travis Hoffman 2/18/25 Travis Hoffman 2/18/25

Thomas Baldwin - The Showman

Thomas Scott Baldwin may be one of Quincy’s most famous natives. Learn more about his early career as an aerial daredevil on this episode of Wild Quincy.

Travis Hoffman 12/3/24 Travis Hoffman 12/3/24

Chuck Bevelheimer

We talk to Quincy, IL City Planner Chuck Bevelheimer and gain some interesting knowledge about the history and future of our beloved city.

Travis Hoffman 6/4/24 Travis Hoffman 6/4/24

Brian Inman

We close out Season 5 getting to know the man behind the weather forecast, Quincy native and all around good guy, WGEM Chief Meteorologist Brian Inman joins us.

Travis Hoffman 3/26/24 Travis Hoffman 3/26/24

Harry Middleton Hyatt - Folklore Historian With Chuck Scholz

What does an Episcopalian Priest know about Hoodoo…turns out quite a bit, in Harry Middleton Hyatt’s case.Chuck Scholz, who actually knew the man, joins us to talk about Hyatt.

Travis Hoffman 1/2/24 Travis Hoffman 1/2/24

George Metz; King of the Villa Kathrine

Most in Quincy are aware of the Villa Kathrine, but less is talked about it’s creator George Metz. We look into the Life of Quincy’s Man of Mystery, George Metz on this episode of Wild Quincy.

Travis Hoffman 7/11/23 Travis Hoffman 7/11/23

Carol Sowers

Carol Sowers spent 30 years behind the camera and behind the scenes at KHQA. Listen as she recalls her career in Quincy and find out what she’s doing now.

Travis Hoffman 5/9/23 Travis Hoffman 5/9/23

50th Episode Extravaganza: Top 5 episodes featuring Chad Douglas

We welcome back Chad Douglas on the 50th episode of Wild Quincy to help us rank our top 5 favorite episodes so far. Join in on the fun!

Travis Hoffman 3/14/23 Travis Hoffman 3/14/23

Father Augustus Tolton

Born into slavery, now moving closer and closer to sainthood. Learn about the extraordinary live of Father Augustus Tolton, the first black priest in America.

Travis Hoffman 11/15/22 Travis Hoffman 11/15/22

Bob Gough

We talk to local journalist Bob Gough whose time in all forms of news media has paved the way for an online local news in Quincy.

Travis Hoffman 9/13/22 Travis Hoffman 9/13/22

Stephen A. Douglas with guest; Reg Ankrom

Often treated as a footnote in history, former Quincian Stephen A. Douglas’ legacy demands more attention. Guest Reg Ankrom helps us better understand the massive force that was the “Little Giant”.

Travis Hoffman 6/28/22 Travis Hoffman 6/28/22

Chuck Scholz

Few of Quincy’s past political figures have been as popular as former Mayor Chuck Scholz. Chuck joins us to share some wild and amazing stories.